ImportPreviousData

TaskEstimation does not currently have an import functionality. Because very few people have very large data sets, it was not considered to be a priority. However, the interface was created to input data rapidly. The best way to think about it is a spreadsheet without the hassle.

Set-up

Upon login, you will be taken to the task list interface. From anywhere else, a link labeled Back to task list is available in the top left corner.

The task list is the favored interface to import data. The default listing displays the active tasks: those not completed. Any task created will have active as the default tag. To speed up import, simply change the With filter to appropriate tags for the data you wish to import and apply them. All tasks created will contain those tags. For more information about tags, see Choosing Appropriate Tags.

Procedure

To reduce the amount of navigation required and speed up input, similar tasks are serialized. First the tasks will be created, then values will be entered.

1. Place your cursor in the input box below the list. The icon is displayed next to it.
2. Type the task name and press enter. The task will be added to the list with a green highlight. The highlight fades once the server confirmed saving. Repeat until all tasks are entered.
3. Place the cursor in the text field at the end of the table heading row. Type the metric names you wish to use and press enter for each of them. New columns will be added to the table.
4. Click on a cell to edit it. Enter the values for all tasks.
5. Adjust the tags for the tags as required. The tag field is displayed below the task name and can be edited as other values.

Close-out

Review your input and correct as required. All information can be updated by clicking on it.

Also see

• Choosing Appropriate Tags
• Task List Shortcut Keys

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